Flu outbreaks sweep 21 states as hospitals cut visits
Health officials report Asian flu in 11 states with epidemics in several areas. Alabama records over 4000 cases with schools closed in three counties and Birmingham hospitals restricting visits. Michigan reports first flu death while West Virginia and Kentucky log more fatalities. The Minneapolis Symphony played without its conductor as doctors in Summers County treat up to 100 patients daily amid widespread absenteeism.
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Woman Fends Off Kidnapper in Newport Beach
A woman escaped from her car in Newport Beach and fled to a phone, aiding police in arresting Anaheim man Dennis Cleo Robarge, 28, charged with kidnapping and assault with a deadly weapon. He is jailed in Anaheim City. Nearby, Stella Belle Meame appears as a victim in the conflicting account.
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Stolen penny and kidnapping lead to Newport Beach search
Police investigate theft of a penny from a coin shop, valued at 100. A separate incident describes Mrs. McClain escaping a kidnapper, reporting a knife, and prompting a roadblock and island-wide search on Balboa Island. Suspect Robarge surrendered after police closed the area and questioned witnesses.
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New War Order for Viet GIs
UPI report says the United States will permit some troops to shoot first under relaxed rules of engagement to reduce casualties in South Viet Nam. Huey gunships may fire on clearly identified Viet Cong before being fired upon, aiding troop landings and protecting transports.
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Fire destroys Old Wesleyan College in Macon
Across the Nation Fire destroys the vacant conservatory building at Old Wesleyan College in Macon Georgia, once the United States oldest chartered women's college. Embers ignite three adjacent apartment buildings across the street, damaging others and destroying four parked cars. Firefighters suffer minor injuries and an elderly woman breaks her ankle escaping.
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Life jackets found near beach tied to missing tanker
Coast Guard reports two more life jackets washed ashore in Fort Lauderdale in front of an apartment building. The jackets bore the name Marine Sulphur Queen, the tanker missing since February 3 with 39 crewmen. No other debris found in the area.
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Two Copter Downed. Yank Dies in Vietnam Mission
Two helicopters were shot down by Communist ground fire about 100 miles north of Saigon while evacuating wounded Vietnamese. One machine gunner, a private first class, was mortally wounded and died in Saigon. The death raises U.S. combat fatalities to 52 since the buildup began. A U.S. Senate group urged a reassessment of Southeast Asia aid and security needs, criticizing recent spending.
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Cuba Implements Clothes Rationing Across Havana
In Havana a clothes rationing plan takes effect today following Sunday government announcements. Deputy Prime Minister Raul Castro cited country difficulties while praising Soviet aid that has kept shortages from causing famine. The measure aims to curb speculation and ensure fair distribution, with shoppers required to present food-ration booklets to buy garments. Castro also noted Soviet military and technical aid benefiting Cuba's armed forces.
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Four Dodge Death on Hexen Flight TM By DICK EMERY
A chaotic Anaheim convention ends with moderate William Nelligan winning the CRA presidency over Harry Waddell in a 273 to 212 vote amid boos and claims of phony figures. The turmoil mirrors clashes between liberal moderates and militant conservatives shaping California Republican leadership.
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Ike Shoots Well Fats Meartily in Mexico Hunt
General Dwight D. Eisenhower hunted near Culiacan Mexico on a Saturday. He reportedly bagged 40 ducks and 35 other birds in under three hours, then prepared his own tacos and enjoyed chile con carne. He is vacationing near Las Cruces across the Gulf of California.
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Protests Within Vigan Angers Ted Snatches Camera
Vermont photographer Philip Lawson reports Edward M. Kennedy during a ski trip outside The Lodge at Smugglers Notch grabbed a camera case seam and damaged a film roll. Kennedy expressed regret and said he would pose on slopes but refused post-ski photographs.
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Riots in Mogadiscio Target U.S Ethiopian Embassies
Protests erupted in Mogadiscio targeting the U.S and Ethiopian embassies after reports of Kenyan border clashes. Demonstrators clashed with police near the Ethiopian Embassy, wounded at least three, and damaged several cars and American offices amid accusations of weapons transfers.
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Prisoners held by Castro explored in Page AS story
The AEA Independent raises questions about twenty prisoners held by Castro, asking who they are and how they arrived. It questions their welfare and release chances, pointing readers to a Page AS feature for full details.
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Weather Averages Warm Weekend At Seashore
Crowds flocked to the coast as a warm weekend lingered. Sunday reached a Long Beach high of 77 degrees with morning fog and mild coastal conditions persisting into Sunday night. The airport log showed 71 degrees at noon and a record nearby remained unchallenged.
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